Ever since the shooting of Goldeneye, the country has had its very own 'James Bond Beach.' Suffice to say it's tourist price has gone up a notch thanks to the illustrious movie franchise. Either way though, it's a magnificent holiday destination and it only takes one look at the pristine white sand and azure ocean waters to be convinced of the same. Clearly, Bond's producers had the right idea while picking out locations even though it seems more appropriate for Bond's retirement rather than his action sequences.

Incidentally, creator Ian Fleming birthed James Bond here when he shut himself up in a bedroom in the North Coast Hotel to type out all 14 Bond novels. He even chose the name James Bond after a birder authority he admired here. This hotel is owned by Island Records and it would leave your wallet about $1200 lighter to spend a night here. Steep but worth it don't you think?

Jokulsarlon, Iceland

Iceland is one of those countries that doesn't need an 'attraction' in particular aside from its awe-inspiring natural beauty. The name Jokulsarlon actually means 'glacial river lagoon' and that itself was enough to earn it a spot on this list. Then we thought about the incredible car chase scene from Die Another Day and felt rather justified in our thought process.

If you really intend on planning a visit to check out these gorgeous, illuminated icebergs then you need to get the timing right. Any time between mid-May and mid-September usually prove to be the best bet because boat trips can actually get you on to the water. Of course given the rapid melting of 'bergs in this time of global warming, it might be all right to visit all year round soon.

Udaipur, India

Introducing the most achievable holiday destination on this list. It may have featured on the crappiest Bond movie that ever was Octopussy (seriously, who names a film Octopussy anyway?) but Rajasthan's gloriously polychromatic city definitely lent the film a little shine.

If you're going to do this one however, may we suggest you do it in luxury at the spectacular Taj Lake Palace. Built as far back as the 1740s of pure marble as a summer getaway for royalty, the structure is resplendent in its luxuriousness. Complete with archaic decor, open-air courtyards and a mango-tree-shaded pool, you're bound to feel like 17th century royalty after a couple of nights in this place.

Himeji Castle, Japan

This is one of Japan's most visited destinations and was also featured in the Sean Connery-starrer You Only Live Twice. It dates all the way back to 1333 but was remodelled in the late 16th century. What makes it so deliciously 'visitable' however is its rich history. This sprawling castle surrounded by three moats actually survived a heavy bombing during WW II.

It's an incredible representation of feudal Japanese architecture with advanced defensive systems, all located atop of a beautiful, serene hill. There are few places more interesting than this one on our list, that's for sure.

Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco

Most San Franciscans would laugh at our choice of this one given its entirely commercial nature but it provided such a great background for Bond's meeting with Chuck Lee in A View To Kill we simply couldn't resist. Plus Maud Adams, the only Bond girl to ever feature in three films also walks by in the background.

Amidst all that typically touristy chaos of clam chewed stalls, rolls of sourdough bread and taffy stands we can't help feeling like it might be a nice place to just sort of kick back and reflect as the madness whirls around you. Besides, it's got one of the best views of The Golden Gate bridge you'll ever see, not to mention miles of open ocean to meditate over. It's definitely worth being on any globe-trotter's bucket list in any case.

The Alps

With or without the Bond franchise, these Swiss mountain tops are a feature on most people's wish lists. Of course, the wide sweeping shots of the range when Bond's arch foe Blofeld is hiding within them in Your Majesty's Secret Service only further re-iterated the dream for us.

It's the ultimate hideaway from the hustle-bustle of city life with incredible views and if you're a skier, it simply doesn't get any better than these powdery slopes.

Prague

This is one of the more recent features in Bond films making an indelible appearance in Casino Royale. It's breathtaking cobbled streets and gothic architecture lend a startlingly medieval feel and backdrop to the titillating action sequences in the film and it makes us want to run through the streets in search of mystery.

The great thing about Prague though is that you can do several different types of trips here. There's something on offer for everyone from the budgeted backpacker to the luxury-seeker. And the mystery in the air is palpable to say the least, making this the perfect and last Bond-inspired travel destination. Because if you're likely to encounter a secret agent in any of the places on the list, this has the highest chances of being that place.

Iceland is one of those countries that doesn't need an 'attraction' in particular aside from its awe-inspiring natural beauty. The name Jokulsarlon actually means 'glacial river lagoon' and that itself was enough to earn it a spot on this list. Then we thought about the incredible car chase scene from Die Another Day and felt rather justified in our thought process.

If you really intend on planning a visit to check out these gorgeous, illuminated icebergs then you need to get the timing right. Any time between mid-May and mid-September usually prove to be the best bet because boat trips can actually get you on to the water. Of course given the rapid melting of 'bergs in this time of global warming, it might be all right to visit all year round soon.